Simulator Technician I – KC-135 TS - Fairchild AFB

Drgok; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Delaware Resource Group LLC seeks a qualified Simulator Technician I to support KC-135 TS simulations at Fairchild AFB. The role requires interpreting maintenance manuals, diagnosing malfunctions, and providing technical guidance to junior technicians.

Candidates should have a technical college degree or equivalent experience, strong documentation skills, and the ability to read electrical schematics. The job involves hands-on work with simulators and networks.

Qualifications

• Technical college degree with 2+ years in full-flight simulator maintenance or equivalent.
• 2 years of related experience may substitute for the degree.
• Must meet the minimum education, experience and qualifications of a Simulator Technician I.
• Knowledge of commonly-used concepts, practices, and procedures; technical writing and presentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Applies technical knowledge to solve complex maintenance problems using manuals and references.
• Guides junior technicians and ensures work aligns with approved practices.
• Diagnoses malfunctions, conducts tests, and performs fault isolation on simulators.
• Maintains documentation and tracks repair status in the logistics database.
• Interprets schematics and supports networked training devices and interfaces.

Skills

Technical writing

Presentation skills

Teamwork

English language

Education

Technical College Degree

Tools

Logistics management database

Electrical schematics

Job description

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Simulator Technician I – KC-135 TS - Fairchild AFB
Fairchild Air Force Base, Washington

Apply comprehensive knowledge and experience to solve complex or system problems: those typically solved solely by reference to maintenance manuals or similar documents. The Shift Supervisor may review work for general compliance with accepted practices. May also provide technical guidance and instruction to other more junior Simulator Technicians. This position supports Delaware Resource Group LLC operations.

Requirements

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Applies comprehensive technical knowledge to solve complex problems, those typically solved by properly interpreting maintenance manuals or similar documents.
• Receives limited technical guidance, as required, from supervisor or higher-level technician and work is reviewed for specific compliance with accepted practices and work assignments.
• Provides technical guidance to other more junior Simulator Technicians.
• Capable of interpreting and working with computer systems utilizing various and multiple operating systems.
• Maintains required documentation of maintenance activities.
• Monitors and tracks the repair status of inoperative equipment and documents maintenance activities utilizing the logistics management data base system. Documenting maintenance activities includes but is not limited to: work order generation and updates, repair action documentation, issuing, returning, and adjusting inventory, insuring inventory records are up to date and accurate, and other material control duties as assigned.
• Diagnoses malfunctions of computers and associated equipment and performs operability/readiness tests and repair.
• Performs systems interface/fault isolation.
• Applies fundamental troubleshooting procedures in the maintenance of interfaces and peripheral equipment used with computers.
• Interprets mechanical, hydraulic, electrical and electronic schematics and drawings and make simplified versions.
• Conducts voice communications on phone, inter-phone and radio circuits.
• Provides networking and information systems support on training devices and networks.
• Implements basic modifications to existing simulators.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Education and Experience

• Position requires a Technical College Degree with 2 years of related experience in the maintenance, troubleshooting, repair, and operation of full flight simulators or an equivalent combination of technical education related to electronics, electromechanical, computer, aviation or simulation technology and/or hands-on related work experience in the maintenance and operation of full flight simulators that total a minimum of 4 years.
• 2 years of related experience may substitute for absence of Technical College Degree
• Must meet the minimum education, experience and qualifications of a Simulator Technician I
• Knowledge of commonly-used concepts, practices, and procedures within a particular field
• Related skill areas should include technical writing and presentation skills.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

Supervisory Responsibilities

As Required.

Security Responsibilities

Compliance with all company Information Systems security policies and procedures. Personally responsible for proper classification and marking of all information and materials, in any form, produced by the incumbent. Shall be assigned specific responsibility for Information Security by immediate supervisor or department management. Shall not divulge any information, or afford access, to other employees not having a need-to-know. Shall not divulge information outside company without management approval. Incumbent shall execute company non-disclosure agreement prior to access to any controlled information.

Language Skills

Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language. Must have the ability to read, analyze, and interpret complex words and technical documents/diagrams.

Must be able to effectively communicate orally and in writing and work effectively as part of a team.

Reasoning Ability and Mathematical Skills

Must be able to analyze problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. An ability to interpret complex customer requirements and attitudes from verbal, non-verbal, and written communication is desirable. Must be able to calculate figures and numbers, and percentages and be able to draw and interpret graphs. Ability to read and understand electrical schematics and drawings.

Work Environment and Physical Demands

The work environment and physical characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Must be able to lift and/or move at least 50 pounds.
• Must be able to walk and/or climb stairs and ladders.
• Must be able to accommodate confined spaces.
• Must be able to stoop, bend, and crawl on top or under equipment.
• Must be able to detect odors, noises, bangs, etc., or other sounds to detect discrepancies of malfunctioning equipment.
• Must be able to distinguish colors.
• Must be able to perform Domestic and International travel as required.
• Shop floor environment.
• Will be working in areas with risk of injury from electrical applications, moving mechanical parts, hydraulic, or pneumatic systems under pressure and electrical motion systems.

May be exposed to conditions of extreme heat, airborne particles, and loud noises.